Flying from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to London: what you need to know
Approximately 9 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London.
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is six hours ahead of Minneapolis.
The most popular route is from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). There are seven services every week between these two airports. Delta Air Lines offers a 18:00 departure between MSP and LHR.
Give yourself enough time to get on your MSP to London flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Direct Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London tickets are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll disembark.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from MSP to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
MSP is around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near MSP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to London
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London flight is $475. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,217. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from MSP to London by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
For the lowest price, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MSP to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your MSP to London flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Step off your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London and head for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel near STN. Check in to one of these stays after your MSP to London flight:
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from STN around four weeks before your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, along with a better price.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London. To skip the crowds, visit London in January.
Lock in a Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to London, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without seeing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.





